DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A 26-year-old Decatur man died after being found unresponsive at the DeKalb County Jail on Monday morning, according to authorities.
Tehutihotep Hartley was pronounced dead in the jail’s medical clinic on Aug. 17 after emergency response efforts failed to revive him.
On-site medical personnel and emergency medical services personnel immediately administered aid to Hartley after discovering him, according to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office. The cause of Hartley’s death remains undetermined.
Authorities said the incident may have been an unanticipated medical emergency, and there is currently no evidence of foul play. A full investigation into the cause of death is being conducted, authorities said.
DeKalb County Sheriff Melody M. Maddox expressed condolences following the incident and stated that the sheriff’s office is dedicated to oversight in facility operations.
“We extend condolences to the Hartley family,” Maddox said. “This office takes the care of persons in our custody very seriously and we are committed to transparency and accountability in all aspects of our jail operations.”
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